Gun Safety Resources

Gun injuries are now the leading cause of death among U.S. children and teens ages 1-19, and many more children and young adults suffer from non-fatal gun injuries or exposure to gun violence. When considering overall child health and well-being, gun safety in homes and curbing community gun violence must be a priority for healthcare institutions. 

CHOP Resources on Gun Safety

Watch a video from the Philadelphia Sheriff's Department demonstrating how to use gun locks and lock boxes. The video is also available in Spanish.